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Activities and events at the Museum of Coastal Carolina, the only natural history museum on a barrier island in North Carolina. Museum exhibits and programs about the natural science, environment, and cultural history of the Coastal Carolina region.

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Ocean Reef Residents

Posted June 12, 2008 6:45:31 PM

On Tuesdays at 3:30, the entire family will enjoy learning about Ocean Reef Residents from sea turtles to large fish.

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WHOOOO's eyes are watching you in the dark?

Posted June 12, 2008 6:33:57 PM
On Monday evenings at the Museum of Coastal Carolina, families can discover the nocturnal animals of the coastal area.
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Geocaching is a great family activity.

Posted June 12, 2008 6:25:50 PM
This modern day pirate treasure hunt using GPS technology is derived from "geography" and "hiding a cache."
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History of Ocean Isle Beach from 10,000 BC to Today

Posted May 1, 2008 12:18:28 PM
On Tuesday, May 13 at 7 p.m., Dr. Fred David will present History of Ocean Isle Beach: From 10,000 BC to Today. He will talk about his new CD, The History of Ocean Isle Beach Driving Tour and his upcoming book about Ocean Isle's history. (This presentation replaces the previously scheduled Stories from Air Force One.)
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CANCELLED--Stories from Air Force One

Posted April 13, 2008 1:48:14 PM

Howie Franklin will be unable to present his lecture, Stories from Air Force One, at the Museum of Coastal Carolina on May 13. Mr. Franklin will reschedule his talk at a later time. The new lecture topic, History of Ocean Isle Beach, from 10,000 BC to Today, will be presented by Dr. Fred David

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Children's Program at Ingram Planetarium

Posted April 9, 2008 1:09:17 PM
The Sky above Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood is an excellent way to introduce young children ages 3 & up to astronomy. Kids love this computer animated, audience participation program that last 35 minutes including a brief star presenation.